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Restaurant General Manager

New Day Executive Search

General Manager Opportunity

Ready to take the next step into a General Manager role? Join a growing, high-volume BBQ restaurant group that invests in developing future leaders. You'll complete a structured training program and work alongside one of the company's top General Managers before leading your own restaurant.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary (higher for exceptional candidates)
  • Quarterly performance bonus
  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid vacation/PTO
  • Employee dining privileges
  • Uniform, technology/phone, wellness, and dining reimbursements
  • Outstanding career growth with a promote-from-within culture
What You'll Do
  • Lead daily Front-of-House and Back-of-House operations
  • Develop, coach, and inspire high-performing teams
  • Drive guest satisfaction, food quality, and operational excellence
  • Manage P&L, labor, food cost, inventory, and financial performance
  • Maintain food safety, sanitation, and operational standards
  • Complete a comprehensive management training program before assuming full General Manager responsibilities
Qualifications
  • Current General Manager or promotable Assistant General Manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
  • Proven success leading both FOH and BOH operations
  • Hands-on, lead-by-example leadership style
  • Strong financial and operational management skills
  • Passion for training and developing future leaders
  • Knowledge of scratch kitchen operations, food safety, and ServSafe standards
  • Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Valid driver's license
  • If you're an ambitious restaurant leader looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent compensation, strong mentorship, and real advancement potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Vacancy posted 3 hours ago
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